{"product_id":"2026-specialized-ground-control-grid-2bliss-ready-t7","title":"2026 Specialized Ground Control Grid 2Bliss Ready T7","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eGround Control Grid 2Bliss Ready T7\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@import url(https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Barlow+Condensed:wght@400;600;700;800\u0026family=Barlow:wght@300;400;500\u0026display=swap);\n:root {\n --black: #0a0a0a;\n --white: #ffffff;\n --mid: #f5f5f5;\n --border: #e0e0e0;\n --text-muted: #777;\n --text-body: #222;\n --tab-bg: var(--mid);\n --tab-text: var(--text-muted);\n --tab-hover-text: var(--black);\n --tab-hover-border: #aaa;\n --tab-active-bg: var(--black);\n --tab-active-text: var(--white);\n --tab-active-border: var(--black);\n}\n* { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n.spur-wrap {\n font-family: 'Barlow', sans-serif;\n background: var(--white);\n color: var(--black);\n max-width: 1100px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n padding: 48px 24px;\n}\n.spur-header {\n display: flex;\n align-items: flex-end;\n justify-content: space-between;\n margin-bottom: 48px;\n border-bottom: 1px solid var(--border);\n padding-bottom: 24px;\n flex-wrap: wrap;\n gap: 12px;\n}\n.spur-title {\n font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\n font-size: clamp(28px, 5vw, 48px);\n font-weight: 800;\n letter-spacing: -0.02em;\n line-height: 1;\n text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n.spur-meta {\n font-size: 12px;\n font-weight: 500;\n letter-spacing: 0.12em;\n text-transform: uppercase;\n color: var(--text-muted);\n}\n.spur-tabs {\n display: flex;\n gap: 4px;\n margin-bottom: 32px;\n flex-wrap: wrap;\n}\n.spur-tab {\n font-family: 'Barlow Condensed', sans-serif;\n font-size: 14px;\n font-weight: 700;\n letter-spacing: 0.1em;\n text-transform: uppercase;\n padding: 10px 24px;\n background: var(--tab-bg);\n color: var(--tab-text);\n border: 1px solid var(--border);\n cursor: pointer;\n transition: all 0.15s;\n border-radius: 2px;\n display: inline-block;\n}\n.spur-tab:hover { color: var(--tab-hover-text); 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}\n .weight-block { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-title\"\u003eGround Control Grid T7\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-meta\"\u003eXC \/ Trail · GRID Casing · 2Bliss Ready · 800g+\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spur-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"spur-tab active\" onclick=\"showPanel('desc', this)\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"spur-tab\" onclick=\"showPanel('key', this)\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"spur-tab\" onclick=\"showPanel('specs', this)\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-desc\" class=\"spur-panel active\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"desc-intro\"\u003eThe Ground Control Grid 2Bliss Ready T7 uses an extremely versatile tread pattern which can be used from cross country race to trail — it rolls fast with exceptional amounts of confidence and grip. The Block-In-Block design uses a taller adaptable inner block to pierce the ground and claw for traction, supported by a larger outer structure for additional speed, traction, support, and stable handling. GRIPTON T7 compound maximizes grip and damping, and the GRID casing provides a light and supple trail construction with additional sidewall protection for durability and sidewall stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"desc-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlock-In-Block Tread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall inner block pierces ground and claws for traction; outer structure adds speed, support, and stable handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGRIPTON T7 Compound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maximizes grip and damping — balanced compound for XC\/trail riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGRID 60 TPI Casing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and durable XC\/Trail construction with sidewall protection and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2Bliss Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butyl-wrapped bead for tubeless compatibility — easy setup, reliable seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 Size Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27.5 x 2.35\", 27.5 x 2.6\", 27.5 x 3.0\", 29 x 2.2\", 29 x 2.35\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross country race to trail — fast rolling with exceptional grip across varied terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse: Cross country race, trail riding, e-MTB — the GRID option for riders who want sidewall protection without the bead-to-bead layer of Grid Trail. Works well front and rear. Available in Black and Brown (tan-style) sidewall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- KEY FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-key\" class=\"spur-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eBlock-In-Block — Ground Control Signature Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe Block-In-Block design is the Ground Control's defining feature. The taller adaptable inner block deforms into the terrain and claws for traction — it adapts rather than deflects. The larger outer structure supports the inner block, adding speed and stability so you don't sacrifice rolling efficiency for grip. This is the tread pattern that reviews describe as \"transformative\" — riders switching from heavier DH tires report going faster with less effort, and those pairing it front\/rear or with other Specialized tires report excellent balanced setups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eT7 — The Trail-Balanced Compound\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eGRIPTON T7 maximizes grip and damping — it's softer and more confidence-inspiring than T5 (race speed), without the full grip of T9 (gravity). For XC and trail riding, T7 is the sweet spot: it holds up well over miles, rolls faster than gravity compounds, and still provides the traction you need in corners and mixed terrain. One reviewer paired T7 front with T5 rear for a \"perfect combo\" — T7 up front for grip, T5 out back for speed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eGRID — Light Protection Without the Weight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eGRID casing provides sidewall protection and stability without the bead-to-bead layer that adds weight in Grid Trail. At 800-1050g depending on size, the Ground Control Grid is lighter than the Grid Trail version. Sidewall protection panels handle the rock strikes and debris that trail riding delivers. One reviewer who puts serious miles on their Levo says the Ground Control is \"faster rolling than the stock Eliminator tire on the rear and much more predictable\" — high praise from the enduro segment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-specs\" class=\"spur-panel\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eModel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eGround Control Grid 2Bliss Ready T7\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eFront \u0026amp; Rear\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eUse\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eCross country race to trail, e-MTB\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eTerrain\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eHardpack to loose — versatile XC\/trail conditions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eType\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e2Bliss Ready (Tubeless-compatible Clincher)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eColors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eBlack, Brown\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eTread \u0026amp; Compound\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCompound\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eGRIPTON T7 — maximizes grip and damping, balanced for XC\/trail\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eTread Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eBlock-In-Block — adaptable inner block (traction) + supporting outer structure (speed + stability)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCasing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eGRID 60 TPI — light and durable XC\/Trail construction with sidewall protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBead\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eFoldable butyl-wrapped bead = 2Bliss Ready\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-category\"\u003eWeights \u0026amp; 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